Decentralized Book Access Platform

📚 Empowering access to knowledge for all.

Unlock Every Book, On Demand.

Cost-effective, legal access to rare and out-of-print books for academic institutions.

💡 The Challenge

Libraries Struggle, Readers Miss Out.

Public and academic libraries face significant hurdles, impacting both their collections and reader access.

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Expensive Ebook Licenses

Publisher restrictions mean high costs and limited access to digital content.

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Restricted Access to Content

Out-of-print or geographically restricted materials are often impossible to find.

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Shrinking Library Collections

Libraries struggle to maintain diverse collections due to budget and space constraints.

🎯 The Solution

Empowering Libraries with On-Demand Access.

Our platform revolutionizes book access, making 'long tail' content readily available and legally compliant.

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Single-Copy Production

Legally produce individual book copies on demand, adhering to private use exceptions.

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Community-Driven Scanning

Leverage patron contributions to expand accessible content, fostering a shared resource.

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Cost-Effective Access

Significantly reduce costs compared to expensive publisher licenses and traditional methods.

✨ Key Features

Tools to Transform Book Accessibility.

Our platform provides robust features designed for seamless, compliant book production and access.

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JPEG to PDF Conversion

Effortlessly convert scanned images into high-quality, print-ready PDFs.

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User Book Scanning Upload

Simple interface for patrons to upload their book scans, fueling the content library.

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Print-Ready PDF Generation

Automated generation of files optimized for local, on-demand printing.

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Community Incentive System

Reward system encourages users to contribute scans, building a rich collection.

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Partner Print Shop Integration

Connect with local print shops for efficient, decentralized book production.

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Multilingual OCR Support

Future-proof content with advanced optical character recognition for diverse languages.

⚙️ How It Works

Simple Steps to Access Any Book.

Our streamlined process makes obtaining hard-to-find books easy and efficient for institutions and their members.

1

Scan & Upload

Patrons scan desired books and upload images to the platform.

2

Generate PDF

Our engine converts scans into print-ready, legally compliant PDFs.

3

Print On Demand

Institutions facilitate local printing for their members, on demand.

💰 Pricing

Flexible Plans for Every Institution.

Choose the best subscription model for your university, student union, or academic organization.

Starter Access

Ideal for smaller institutions or pilot programs.

  • €12, personal
  • Access to community content
  • ✓ Standard support

    ✓ Includes 1 printed book

    ✓ More books: each in exchange for scanning job
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Pro Institution

Comprehensive access for mid-sized universities and unions.

€12 x users
  • All Starter features
  • Enhanced community incentives
  • Priority partner print shop integration
  • ✓ Dedicated account manager


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Enterprise Custom

Tailored solutions for large organizations with specific needs.

Custom
  • All Pro features
  • API integration with library systems
  • Advanced accessibility formats
  • ✓ On-site training & support

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Trusted by leading academic institutions across Europe.

Over 500,000 volunteers, including 10,000 students already benefit from enhanced book access, scanning books by smartphones.

Ready to Transform Your Library's Access?

Join our waitlist today and empower your community with unparalleled book access.

❓ FAQ

Your Questions, Answered.

How does this platform ensure legal compliance for single-copy production? +

Our platform operates within the EU's fair use copyright exceptions, allowing for the legal production of single copies for personal use by library patrons. We provide a framework that ensures institutions adhere to these guidelines.

What kind of books can be accessed through the platform? +

The platform is primarily designed for 'long tail' content, including out-of-print, rare, or geographically restricted books. The community scanning model allows for a vast and ever-growing collection of otherwise inaccessible materials. Delivered in print, with digital contents.

How do institutions manage the community scanning process? +

Institutions subscribe to the platform and provide access to their members. Patrons can then upload their scans through a user-friendly interface. We also offer tools and guidelines to help manage and incentivize contributions.

Is this solution suitable for visually impaired communities? +

Absolutely. Our roadmap includes features like accessible format conversion (e.g., Large Print) to specifically cater to visually impaired users, ensuring broader and more inclusive access to knowledge.

How does this compare to traditional interlibrary loan systems? +

Unlike slow and limited interlibrary loans, our platform offers on-demand, localized production of single printed copies. This drastically reduces waiting times and expands the range of accessible materials beyond what's available through traditional methods.

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SMART PAPER

Address: Kavallinmäki 15
02710 Espoo
Finland

Contact person: Vladimir Kuparinen

Group of companies: Peak Control Oy
BUSINESS ID 0948697-5

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